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#786 of 992 private schools in NY
St Michaels Elementary School
Elementary School
214 KEUKA ST, Penn Yan, NY 14527
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
7.4:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New York private schools
#786 of 992
In Penn Yan
#1 of 2
public schools
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St Michaels Elementary School
Elementary School in Penn Yan · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Michaels Elementary School
St Michaels Elementary School is a private elementary school in Penn Yan, NY. St Michaels Elementary School serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 7.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michaels Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #786 of 992 private schools in NY.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, St Michaels Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 7.4:1 students to teachers, St Michaels Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Michaels Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Michaels Elementary School compares to the 3 public schools in Penn Yan, NY
Student Demographics
All Schools in Penn Yan
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Michaels Elementary School (this school) | 5.4 |
| PENN YAN ACADEMY | 7.9 |
| PENN YAN MIDDLE SCHOOL | 6.7 |
| PENN YAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 7.1 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NY
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
214 KEUKA ST, Penn Yan, NY 14527
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Michaels Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PENN YAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Dundee), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GORHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 4.4/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby Stanley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Penn Yan, see our Penn Yan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PENN YAN ACADEMY Penn Yan | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| PENN YAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| EMMANUEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Penn Yan | 0.5 mi | — |
| PENN YAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penn Yan | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BENTON MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 2.9 mi | — |
| WEST WOOD MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 2.7 mi | — |
| SUNNY HAVEN MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 3.9 mi | — |
| TORREY RIDGE MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 3.2 mi | — |
| WOOD CORNER MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 5.4 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Penn Yan | 4.6 mi | 3.3 |
| CHUBB HOLLOW MENNONITE SCHOOL Himrod | 4.9 mi | — |
| NEW CONQUEST MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 5.2 mi | — |
| SUNNY VIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 8.2 mi | — |
| SCENIC VALLEY MENNONITE SCHOOL Dundee | 9.9 mi | — |
| SPRING HILL MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 8.9 mi | — |
| GORHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stanley | 10.3 mi | 4.4 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dundee | 10.3 mi | 5.3 |
| DUNDEE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Dundee | 10.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MEADOW LANE SCHOOL Dundee | 10.6 mi | — |
| MARCUS WHITMAN HIGH SCHOOL Rushville | 11.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14527 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,212
Median Home Value
$199,800
Median Rent
$758/mo
Population
12,444
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
45.3
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GERMAN SCHOOL BROOKLYN Brooklyn, NY | 5.4 |
| ST AGNES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Avon, NY | 5.4 |
| ST BERNARDS SCHOOL Saranac Lake, NY | 5.4 |
| YESHIVATH GESHER Cedarhurst, NY | 5.4 |
| AURORA WALDORF SCHOOL West Falls, NY | 5.5 |
| PECONIC COMMUNITY SCHOOL Aquebogue, NY | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Michaels Elementary School
What grades does St Michaels Elementary School serve?
St Michaels Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend St Michaels Elementary School?
St Michaels Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michaels Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Michaels Elementary School is 7.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Michaels Elementary School rank in NY?
St Michaels Elementary School ranks #786 of 992 private schools in NY.
What is St Michaels Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Michaels Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Michaels Elementary School a private school?
Yes, St Michaels Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Michaels Elementary School a religious school?
St Michaels Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yates County
- Phone
- (315) 536-6112
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